If you're looking for the best pizza in Indianapolis, do yourself a favor and go to Bazbeaux. This local institution is credited with helping create the "Indy gourmet" pizza style: innovative toppings on a thin, hand-tossed crust so we went in with high expectations, and it delivered. We ordered a half-and-half pizza with the Spicy Bee on one side and the Bazbeaux Special with pine nuts on the other. Everything was delicious. It's all made fresh to order, so it took a bit of time to come out, but that's exactly why it tasted so good: fresh ingredients, a crisp thin crust that stays sturdy under the toppings, and great flavor throughout. With many toppings to choose from and a good beer and wine selection, there's a ton to explore here, and it's very vegetarian-friendly, too. The service sealed the deal for us. The staff was extremely friendly and kind, and our waitress was the highlight. We ended up staying a little past closing and started to rush, but she reassured us to take our time and enjoy the meal instead of feeling hurried. That kind of genuine hospitality goes a long way. Cozy, casual atmosphere, excellent pizza, and warm service in the heart of the Mass Ave arts district. We'll definitely be back. Highly recommend. read more

they called this open faced pizza sandwich a stromboli. ordered not knowing it wouldn't even fit the definition of a stromboli and got no warning that it wasn't a typical version. didn't even finish one piece. only not one star because my partner liked his pizza read more

Bazbeaux Pizza - veggie stromboli - Pizza Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I have to laugh that my first review for this location of Bazbeaux, an Indy pizza icon since 1986, was actually my 300th Yelp review. Now, I'm over 1800 reviews and Yelp has become a huge part of my life. I was attending a nearby event related to Indy Shorts Film Festival and decided I wanted to visit Mass Avenue a bit once the event was over. This was early afternoon. After looking around a bit, I opted for a long-awaited return to Bazbeaux. Of course, a lot has changed in this area in the last few years. Parking prices are up (way up), though it's pretty plentiful with nearby street parking (metered) and parking along Mass Avenue. You also have a couple nearby parking garage options. Finding an accessible spot is fairly easy - curb cuts remain solid in this area and there continue to be some (but not all) crosswalks with audio. As was true nine years ago, accessibility on Mass Avenue can be challenging. That said, I think it has improved. I entered Bazbeaux and immediately noticed some improvement right away. There are two sides - a dining side, a bar side (with tables), and an aisle you can use for carry-out. The interior is warm, calming, and surprisingly intimate. The bar area is a bit louder, it's a bar area after all, but it's still pretty quiet. Service here remains strong. The hostess offered the bar area or a booth. Tables are not all wheelchair friendly, however, there are quite a few accessible options. My server, Samuel, was friendly and attentive without being overwhelming. He paced my meal nicely - I ordered garlic bread, my usual unsweetened iced tea (I think they still serve Mighty Leaf - an unusual choice that I love). I ordered a small (10") pizza with one-topping (pepperoni). I lingered a little bit, though not excessively so like my last visit. This time around, I was alone and my meal time was more traditional. The prices were definitely higher than last time, however, what price isn't higher than nine years ago? They were on park with the market these days and I had no issues with it - I think my meal came in at about $19 for the pizza, garlic bread, and iced tea (and I did get my always desired refill). Bazbeaux is unique in that every location (Mass Ave, Broad Ripple, Carmel) is located along the Monon Trail. They all have outside dining options, as well. They serve beer and wine, sandwiches, pizza, and more. One thing I have to say - accessibility is improved. I was noticeably bothered by it the last time I was here. This time around, I was comfortable and could easily function (I did not try the bathroom). While I could still see it being a bit difficult when packed, I arrived at an ideal time and was quite comfortable. The food was good, the service was very good, the prices were fair, and the atmosphere was nice and peaceful after a busy morning event. It really hit the spot. So, yeah. Last time around, I gave Bazbeaux a 3-star review. This time, I'm forking over that 4th star. read more

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Always hits the spot when I'm in Indy! Pro tip: Wednesday night is half off bottles of wine, which is a bonus. Bartender is always patient with my adaptations to the Garden pizza. Also lets me sample the beer on draft to choose one I like best. read more

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Stopped in for a quick lunch on our way home to West Virginia from seeing the BINI Concert in Illinois. We ordered a half pepperoni, half veggie pizza, and both sides delivered. The pepperoni was crispy and flavorful, and the veggie side (spinach, green pepper, black olive, artichoke hearts, and tomato) was loaded with fresh toppings and not at all soggy -- just the way a veggie pizza should be. The Greek salad came with mixed greens, red onion, kalamata olives, tomato, and crumbled feta, all tied together with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Super fresh and a great way to balance out the pizza indulgence. And the real surprise? Blake's Mango Cider. Notes of mango, peach, and pineapple came through with every sip -- light, fruity, and dangerously easy to drink. It was so good I had to go back for a second glass. If you're looking for good pizza, crisp salad, and a refreshing drink to go with it, this place nails it. read more

Bazbeaux Pizza - Our half pizza - Pizza Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Not pictured is the fresh mozzarella plate that we got as our pre meal. Came with wayyy too much olive oil. Felt very wasteful. The mozzarella was good but the bread was hard to tear apart and the tomatoes were flavored a little too sweet. The garlic bread dipped in ranch was very good. For pizza, we got a 12" and split it between two specialty pizzas. We mixed between the Bazbeaux and the Mexican. We liked the Bazbeaux more. The Mexican did not have nearly as much flavor as we thought it would. This has a very relaxed vibe, almost like an upscale Pizza Hut. Lots of different flavors of pizza options. read more

Bazbeaux Pizza - Make my own pizza - Pizza Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Always enjoy going here regardless of which location. Great pizza, fun in a group. Service is usually fine.

There are so many options to choose from here. They have inside and patio seating. The service was a bit slow on the patio with it getting later in the evening. It took a bit to place the order. However, once my parties order was placed the food was amazing! I tried the cider local to Indianapolis and it was also 10 out of 10. Clean bathrooms and would return again! read more

Bazbeaux Pizza - Sting Bee with sausage changed out with Genoa salami. - Pizza Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Bazbeaux pizza was some pretty dang good pizza. Quattro Formaggio with hot honey and it was really delicious. Pretty good beer selection also. Our server was awesome. I didn't catch his name but he was really great. The restaurant reminds me of an old hole in the wall pizza spot. Really great and must have! read more

Bazbeaux Pizza - Quattro Formaggio - Pizza Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I've been going to Bazbeaux for over 20 years, and it's still my go-to spot for pizza. The service is always friendly, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and most importantly, the food is consistently excellent. Their cheese bread with pesto is my absolute favorite appetizer! Whether dining in or ordering out, Bazbeaux never disappoints. It's one of those rare places that's managed to stay reliably great year after year. read more

Great pizza place on Mass Ave. The server was very friendly. The restaurant has such a cool vibe. Perfect for this area of town. The prices were great for pizza of this quality. The pizza was amazing. By far, one of our favorite!! Crispy crust, flavorful sauce and the toppings were plentiful and really good. We started with the garlic cheese bread with marinara dipping sauce. Crispy crust and super soft with excellent cheese topping with a great cheese pull. read more

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I was in the area for business and actually headed somewhere else for lunch when I walked past Baxbeaux and I smelled the amazing smell of pizza being baked, so I went in. I wasn't sure what to expect when I went in, but I did read previous reviews that were very positive. Upon going in, I saw it was a walk-up counter where you can order a slice or whole pie, drink, sides, etc. They had several pizzas made they were pulling slices from, but they weren't re-heating them, just plating and providing. I opted for a slice of pepperoni with jalapeño and a drink. The pizza looked great, but the crust was cardboard hard and just as bland. The toppings tasted OK, but wasn't great. The temperature of the pizza slice was cool too. Very disappointing considering how popular this place seems to be. Maybe a fresh pizza pie would be better, but based on the taste and texture of this crust, I highly doubt it. Sorry, but I don't get the popularity of this place. read more

Bazbeaux Pizza - A slice of pepperoni & jalapeño - Pizza Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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I hadn't been here since middle school and my hubby had never been here so we were downtown and decided to stop in. It was in between lunch and dinner so that was a perfect time to visit as they were busy so everything came out super fast and were top notch as was the service. It was very quiet and nice to have a good conversation. We didn't realize they have a beer and wine menu so we will keep that in mind for next time. The menu wasn't overwhelming it's simple and full of a variety of different pizzas and toppings. We started with the cheesy garlic bread and wow the tomato sauce that we opted to dip it in was amazing. Chunky, flavorful, and complimented the cheesy garlic goodness of the soft airy bread. Highly recommend giving this a try as a starter. The thing I love the most if you can pick 2 different pizzas and do a half and half so you get the best of both worlds so to speak. The crust was perfectly cooked and thin so you get the perfect balance of crust and toppings. It's not a heavy greasy pizza which is also a huge plus for me. We chose the Pizza Alla Quattro Formaggio and the Bayou chicken. The Alla wasn't your traditional Quattro formaggio but the chunks of ricotta was the best part. I do wish it had less mushrooms as I'm not a fan of them. But overall it was very cheesy and not heavy. Bayou chicken- the chicken had a great flavor and the toppings were cooked well and balanced and I loved the garlic cloves on it. Overall wonderful experience and would definitely recommend stopping in here. read more

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We stopped in for dinner on a warm night. We were seated outside and the patio was lovely. Mass Ave was bustling that time of day. Our service was very good! They had interesting beers on tap! The pizza was good but we are from Chicago so don't hate us. Service and spot were 5 stars. Pizza was 3. read more

Good pizza while visiting Indianapolis. Came up on Google or Yelp as recommendation for food. Had with friends for a cheap meal. Not bad, but not the best. Plenty of seating available. read more

Solid food and decent service though they seemed understaffed so a bit out of sorts. We had a table wait time that was double what we were told and there were many empty tables through the restaurant during our stay even though people were waiting to be seated. read more

After walking around the city, we stopped here on foot and ordered a medium pizza with bacon and mushrooms each. The pizza was absolutely amazing! We devoured it and even took it home because it was so big. Do yourself a favor and eat here! read more

Came in for some pizza before seeing Moulin Rouge. Service was great and although our server initially forgot my beer, once he realized he grabbed it for me immediately and even comped it on my bill. The pizza itself was good it's the thin crust kind and it really hit the spot. I think we will definitely be back, I love supporting a business that isn't afraid to voice the importance of inclusion. read more

Bazbeaux Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

We got this pizza to go and chowed down in our hotel room. The pepperoni pizza was really very good - a solid amount of cheese, flavorful sauce, and soft but sturdy crust. It's not the best pizza you've ever had, but it's better than average. We also tried the Garlic Bread with Cheese and that was a disappointment. I don't like when pizza places simply melt cheese on top of premade garlic bread. It feels low effort as opposed to the baked-in cheesy goodness of other cheesestick-type appetizers. Still, Bazbeaux is worth a visit if you're in the Indianapolis area! read more

It was outstanding. Pizza was the best. Thanks for having Vegan. Tasty and service was outstanding read more

Bazbeaux Pizza - Happy Vegan Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Ordered a slice of veggie pizza and it totally hit the spot. Crust was soft inside and crisp on the bottom, really well-balanced. The veggies were fresh and actually tasted grilled, not just thrown on. It wasn't overly cheesy which I liked. Place had a laid-back vibe and decent music playing in the background. Service was polite, nothing fancy but got the job done. Will swing by again when I'm in the neighborhood. read more

Bazbeaux Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Fast service and many choices for drinks. The servers were also pleasant. But the pizza itself lacked flavor. This was a going theme for me in Indianapolis that weekend so I hope I just struck out and that this isn't how the entire city operates in regard to food service. Adding the Parmesan cheese helped by the sauce on the pizza along with the crust lacking flavor is where it all begins. read more

Bazbeaux Pizza - Veggie pizza - Pizza Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

This is my favorite pizzeria. I tried the Neptune pizza last night and was very pleased. The pizza is a bit pricey, but the dough and the amount of toppings are simply amazing! The restaurant itself is also pretty good. The service is good and overall it's a nice place. read more

First time here and will not come back. This place was a huge miss. We had a party of ten, it took them 30 to come to our table only after we had to ask for service. When our food eventually came we had to get up and ask for service the entire meal. Had to ask for salt, pepper, silverware, drink refills, our check, help clearing the table. The server never came over to ask how the meal or we were doing. The only reason I am giving two stars is because the pizza was so good. I do NOT recommend coming here if you want good service and a timely meal. read more

The pizza is amazing and the customer service was ok could use little up beat type vibes other than that amazing.

After years of not having pizza due to allergies (and not many alternatives), my wife was finally able to have pizza at a restaurant. The pizza was wheat free, nut free, and dairy free, and she described it as a 10/10, amazing pizza. She felt great being accommodated and excited to get a delicious result! They use the Follow Your Heart vegan cheese, which is the best vegan cheese by far. We will definitely be back for more peak(zza)! read more

Bazbeaux Pizza - Gluten free dairy free pizza - Pizza Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Tasty! This was our first time trying Bazbeaux. We were impressed with how the pizza was NOT salty - what a treat. It was very flavorful without waking up the next morning with swollen hands for water retention. Thank you! read more

When we're craving for a pizza this is one of the places we go, look at that cheese pull! We love that you can create your own pizza and that they have all the toppings we love The service was a little slow but they were a little bit busy but still had a good service read more

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The Stromboli here is served open faced unlike the traditional one made like a turnover. This Stromboli is made with: Italian sausage, green pepper, mushroom and onion, baked with tomato sauce and cheeses. served with pepperoncini on the side. It's amazing how the peppers boosts the flavor. This could serve two people. read more

Bazbeaux Pizza - Stromboli. - Pizza Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

The pizza here id pretty good. The crust was perfect, the cheese melted just right, and the toppings tasted fresh. Whoever made it deserves a raise. read more

Best Salad I have ever had! Was big enough to be the meal, but of course you got to get pizza too. Always great, love Bazbeaux! read more

Bazbeaux Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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I am always excited to try a new gluten free pizza crust with vegan cheese when I visit a new city and this pizza did not disappoint. The crust was really good and the pizza overall was excellent. We walked in and ordered at the counter so we could take it to go. Everyone was friendly. We waited about 20-25 minutes for our pizza and didn't forget to grab some crushed pepper on the way out the door. It was a little cold when we got back to the hotel but it didn't take away from the flavor and goodness of the pizza. The house made chorizo was a nice add to the pizza. Next time we will dine in. It is paid/metered street parking. read more

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Still some of the tastiest pizza in town. The dining room could use a bit of a facelift though. When we came, it was around 7 pm on a sunny warm Thursday evening. Places with lots of outdoor seating had a long wait but we were able to get right in for indoor seating here. The dining room is a bit dark. On the bar side, we realized the table where we were seated either wasn't cleaned or wasn't cleaned well, as there were a lot of crumbs on our table. Service was good and the pizza was delicious, as usual. read more

It's a solid spot for pizza. You can tell they make them by hand as the toppings taste fresh. The 10" is enough for one person, but you can go larger if you're really hungry. The restaurant is kind of rustic which is a nice change of pace. Had a couple TVs, rock music playing, and a few rooms that divided the restaurant nicely. It wasn't over the top, but it's a good pizza place with good prices. read more

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Very family friendly environment, pizza is excellent, service was great! Highly recommend if you're looking to grab a bite of pizza with family before Pacers game. read more

This place has really gone downhill. Tonight we waited an hour - in the restaurant- and never got our pizza. We finally just left. Absolutely terrible. Now that everyone has "gourmet" pizza, there's nothing special about Bazbeaux. It's not 1986 anymore read more

Walked in just to grab a slice and ended up staying for a full pie. That's how good the first bite was. Totally unplanned but worth it.

I was excited to finally go here after reading all the reviews. I can't say it was anything remarkable. We had The Colossus, Garlic bread with cheese and and the Mozerella plate. The pizza was actually very bland. A little crushed red pepper or even salt and pepper would help. All that was available at the table was packets of parmesan cheese. Definitely not worth $28. A server came by and took my plate following the appetizers and never brought me another one and our drinks weren't refilled. They weren't that busy. Overall a typical bar/tavern pizza, not worth the $75 tab (with tip). read more

Bazbeaux Pizza - The Colossus - Pizza Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Always an Indy staple! Came in during lunch hour and it wasn't as crowded as I thought it would be. We ordered directly and it was pretty quick. I do wish they had a plain cheese option with slices when we were in. I ordered the Bayou Chicken and it was delicious and fresh! read more

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I believe that consistency is key. However I have noticed the Broadripple location tends to remain my favorite. In the summertime it is always nice to sit outside on their patio. The service is always good and I like to build my own pizza with fresh garlic, bacon, sausage, pepperoni and mushrooms. read more